Poco M6 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 40/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 513,809); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Poco M6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 732
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1954
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 36 points higher (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Poco M6 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (99/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 36 points (76/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.